Clinic Director/Physical Therapist $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$100k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Clinic Director/Physical Therapist – Outpatient Ortho

Lead Your Outpatient Physical Therapy Team with Us!

At Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you can advance your leadership career while still making an impact through exceptional patient care.

We’re hiring a Clinic Director who is an experienced, licensed Physical Therapist passionate about developing clinicians, elevating patient outcomes, and creating a positive, high-performing clinic culture.

  • Why Clinic Directors Choose Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists
  • Competitive Clinic Director salary: $85,000 - $100,000
  • Monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities
  • Student loan repayment assistance – directly applied to your principal balance
  • 100% employer-paid medical insurance premium option available
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Leadership onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing development
  • Path to multi-site leadership or clinic ownership/partnership
  • Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients and your team
  • Supportive regional leadership and a collaborative community of Clinic Directors
  • What You’ll Do as a Clinic Director
  • Lead, mentor, and support your team of Physical Therapists and clinical staff
  • Foster a positive, patient-centered environment with high standards for clinical care
  • Provide direct patient care using individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
  • Oversee clinic operations including patient experience, clinical performance and scheduling
  • Build and nurture relationships with local referral sources and community partners
  • Partner with leadership to meet clinic goals and support overall growth
  • Continue developing your leadership and clinical skills through Upstream’s professional development programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent)
  • Active STATE Physical Therapist license (or eligible)
  • Leadership experience preferred; passion for developing others required
  • A Better Place to Build Your PT Leadership Career

When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.

Our central support teams handle the administrative work so you can focus on what matters most — your patients, your team, and your clinic.

With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success as a leader.

You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists grow into leadership at Upstream.

Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background, and geographic location of the clinic.

Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinic Director will lead, mentor, and support the team of Physical Therapists and clinical staff while fostering a positive, patient-centered environment with high standards for clinical care. This role also involves overseeing clinic operations, building referral relationships, and partnering with leadership to meet clinic goals and support growth.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

MentoringTeam DevelopmentGrowth StrategyDocumentation ReductionTeam Support

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 41 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinic Director/Physical Therapist $20,000 Sign on Bonus at Upstream Rehabilitation a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,012 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Salary Distribution22 jobs · 10 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 10 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
68% this job
CME allowance
64%
Relocation assistance
23%
Loan repayment
18% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,012 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Option
Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Leadership Development
Modern Clinical Technology